DOL Median (Houston, TX)
$70,000
vs National
-6.7%
National: $75,000BLS Median (area)
N/A
COL-Adjusted
$75,512
Purchasing power equiv.Salary Comparison
This Location (DOL)
$70,000
-6.7% vs national
National Average (DOL)
$75,000
Baseline
BLS Estimate (This Area)
N/A
No comparison
Purchasing Power Analysis
A Genetic Counselors in Houston, TX earns $70,000 in nominal terms, which is 6.7% below the national average of $75,000. After adjusting for the local cost of living (index 92.7 vs national 100), this is equivalent to $75,512 in national-average purchasing power.
Tax differences are not included. Only cost-of-living index adjustments are applied.
Top Employers in Houston, TX
| Employer | Median Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Natera, Inc. | $130,750 | 2 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | $72,750 | 4 |
| Baylor Miraca Genetics Laboratories | $70,000 | 2 |
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How much does a Genetic Counselors make in Houston, TX?
The median Genetic Counselors salary in Houston, TX is $70,000 based on 7 DOL filings.
Is Houston, TX a good place to work as a Genetic Counselors?
A Genetic Counselors in Houston, TX earns 6.7% less than the national median of $75,000, or $75,512 after adjusting for the local cost of living.
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